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Date: 3 Jan 2025

Show me the way

Show me the way

❔ Show me the way



"A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way. And occasionally asks for directions." - John C. Maxwell

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Date: 7 May 2024

The fragrance no one can resist!

Lonicera japonica - Japanese Honeysuckle

Lonicera japonica - Japanese Honeysuckle

Lonicera japonica - Japanese Honeysuckle

Lonicera japonica - Japanese Honeysuckle

Lonicera japonica - Japanese Honeysuckle

💗 The fragrance no one can resist!
  • 🟠 The enchanting fragrance of the Honeysuckle is sweet and captivating, it has a universal appeal that everyone loves.
  • 🟠 The alluring scent can evoke nostalgic memories and create a sense of tranquility, making it irresistible to anyone.
  • 🟠 Honeysuckle is cherished for its fragrant, tubular flowers that attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, adding vibrancy to gardens. 🐞🐝
  • 🟠 Its vigorous growth and ability to climb make it ideal for covering walls, fences, or arbors, providing both beauty and privacy.
  • 🟠 One of the garden favorites! Its resilience and adaptability to various climates make it a versatile and enduring choice for gardeners worldwide.


🌡 This is a cold hardy tropical, can take some freeze once established.

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Date: 4 Jan 2025

Tolerating humans

Tolerating humans

👣 Tolerating humans



"Cats will amusingly tolerate humans only until someone comes up with a tin opener that can be operated with a paw". - Terry Pratchett

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Date: 6 May 2024

What is it, Jasmine, Carnation, or Gardenia?

Tabernaemontana Flore Pleno - Crape Jasmine, Carnation of India, Florida Gardenia

Tabernaemontana Flore Pleno - Crape Jasmine, Carnation of India, Florida Gardenia

Tabernaemontana Flore Pleno - Crape Jasmine, Carnation of India, Florida Gardenia

Tabernaemontana Flore Pleno - Crape Jasmine, Carnation of India, Florida Gardenia

Tabernaemontana Flore Pleno - Crape Jasmine, Carnation of India, Florida Gardenia

Tabernaemontana Flore Pleno - Crape Jasmine, Carnation of India, Florida Gardenia

What is it, Jasmine, Carnation, or Gardenia?

💮 Tabernaemontana Flore Pleno is also called Crape Jasmine, Carnation of India, or Florida Gardenia. Although it is not related to Jasmine, Carnation, or Gardenia! It is in fact in the same family with Plumeria and Desert Roses!

This lovely bush or small tree with waxy leaves and beautiful fragrant flowers is a must in every tropical garden. Because:
  • 💠 it is easy to grow and undemanding
  • 💠 it is very fast growing and bushy
  • 💠 it is free flowering throughout the year


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Date: 28 Apr 2024

One of the top 10 most impressive trees on the planet

Royal poinciana, Flamboyant tree, Delonix regia

Royal poinciana, Flamboyant tree, Delonix regia

💃 One of the top 10 most impressive trees on the planet

✍️ "To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow." - Audrey Hepburn


📷 Royal poinciana, Flamboyant tree, Delonix regia - one of the most popular tropical trees covered with bright red orchid-like flowers from late winter through early summer.

"The Royal Poinciana is one of the most spectacular flowering trees in the USA, and probably among the top 10 on this planet. In full bloom, it is like a regal elephant caparisoned in red and yellow brilliance."
(Larry M. Schokman, The Kampong, National Tropical Botanic Garden)

🛒Grow your own Royal Poinciana

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